HR 64

HR64 189653-1 By Representative Ford RFD: First Read: 16-JAN-18 189653-1:n:01/10/2018:JEC/jec LSA2018-213 MOURNING THE DEATH AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MR. DONNIE RAY UPTON. WHEREAS, we deeply regret to learn of the death of Mr. Donnie Ray Upton of Attalla, Alabama, on January 6, 2018, at 67 years of age, and we uplift his legacy with utmost reverence and respect; and WHEREAS, the passing of Mr. Donnie Ray Upton leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community, where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, survivors include his beloved and devoted wife of 40 years, Martha G. Upton; sisters, Janice (Tony) King and Sandy (Garry) Smith; and brother, Michael D. Fox; he was preceded in death by his father, Carl A. Fox; mother, Jewel M. Fox; and brother, Kenneth W. Fox; and WHEREAS, the passing of Mr. Donnie Ray Upton leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the entire community, where he was highly regarded; and BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That while grieving the death of Mr. Donnie Ray Upton, we are extremely grateful for his abundant life, and we offer this resolution in highest tribute of his memory, as well as in heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.